On 6/30/2001 , the vessel MELISSA MARIE NO.1 (Official Number 801642) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 5 NM ENE OF LOUISBOURG, NOVA SCOTIA,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was unknown pollution.

The F/V "MELISSA MARIE No.1" was reported disabled with her anchor dragging and drifting towards shore. A CCG FRC from Louisbourg, Nova Scotia rendered assistance and towed the vessel to Little Lorraine, Nova Scotia.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as unknown. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/11/2001.